Vegan Lentil Soup

Here’s a great Lentil soup recipe that’s fast and easy to make!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed and picked over
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot and sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, tomatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
4. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

This vegan lentil soup is hearty and satisfying, and it’s packed with protein and fiber from the lentils. It’s a great meal to make on a cold day, and it’s easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or seasonings. Enjoy!